Ms. Kathryn Anderson

Principal, I.A.
Kathryn Ryan Anderson brings over twenty years of experience to her new position as Principal, IA of P.S. 889. Throughout her career, she has working in various capacities, including assistant principal, mentor, staff developer and teacher to provide high quality education for children in the New York City public school system. for the past ten years, Kathryn has been as Assistant Principal of P.S. 160, a culturally diverse school of 1400 students in the Borough Park section of Brooklyn. She and her staff of over 70 teachers worked to revise the school's literacy program so that all students, particularly the large English as a New Language population, could engage in the use of challenging texts and written projects. Additionally, she was able to build relationships with teachers and engage in conversations about effective classroom practice the resulted in increased teacher capacity and student achievement.
An equally important aspect of Kathryn's work, and on which she values deeply, is her collaboration with parents and families. As a parent herself, she holds the family presence in high regard and understand the challenges of raising children in today's world. She has been very fortunate to work in a school where the home-school connection was highly valued. It brings her great joy to see the families sharing in the school experiences to create happy memories together. Kathryn is looking forward to sharing her passion of teaching, learning and community building to P.S. 889.

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Caitlyn Bean

Speech/Language Improvement
Katelyn is the Teacher of Speech/Language Improvement at P.S. 889/M.S. 890. She began her career with the NYC Board of Education as a paraprofessional in 2007. After witnessing the impact of the school-based Speech Pathologist first-hand, she went on to pursue a graduate career in communication sciences and disorders. Her professional endeavors include clientele from birth to the geriatric population with a wide range of impairments across a variety of settings including home/center-based and private services. Katelyn is eager to employ evidence-based practices tailored specifically to each child and family's needs, while maintaining an engaging and enriching environment. Katelyn is a New York State licensed Speech-language Patholgist. She holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-language Hearing Association (ASHA). Katelyn is certified as a Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD). She earned her B.A. in Speech Communications from St. Joseph's College and her M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Adelphi University. 

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Gabrielle Ali

Kindergarten Teacher
Gabrielle Ali is thrilled to be starting her 5th year at P.S. 889.  Her educational career began in District 22 and she is so excited to be continuing her career in a District that has shaped the student, learner and person she is today.  Gabrielle went to Manhattanville College for her undergraduate career, where she earned a degree in Early and Childhood Education Grades B-6. She continued on to Brooklyn College for her Masters where she earned a degree in Special Education grades 1-6. Gabrielle comes from a large Italian family, she says she basically eats everything, but she loves pizza. Her friends and family are very important to her, so spending time with them is a must! she loves to watch football and hockey. Gabrielle is a NY Giants and NY Rangers fan. She loves to travel and she is a life-long Disney fanatic. Gabrielle is so excited for this year!




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Lynda Browning

​Secretary
This is Ms. Browning's 8th year in the DOE, having been a Junior High paraprofessional for the first seven. she's lived in Marine Park for over 20 years with her family and is very excited to be her at PS 889. She looks forward to watching young minds and hearts grow with each passing year. 



 

Erica Duran

Paraprofessional
This is Erica’s 5th year working in District 22 as a Paraprofessional. She graduated from Hunter College with a Bachelors Degree in English Language Arts and is currently pursuing a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education at Touro College. Erica enjoys every aspect of teaching and continues to dedicate much of her time to learning and growing as an educator.  During her spare time she enjoys reading. When she’s not reading she likes to travel and learn about different cultures. She also loves to spend time with her family and friends, they mean the world to her! Erica is so happy to be apart of PS 889 and is looking forward to an amazing year! ​
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Wally Chudery

Paraprofessional
Wally Chudery has been working in The Department of Education for 2 years as a Paraprofessional. She graduated with an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. Wally started as a dance teacher and has worked with children of all age groups ever since. She has a lot of experience working in Special Ed classrooms and really enjoys it, and is also bilingual. Being able to work with so many different children and just making an impact on them is the best feeling. All those years of working with children really molded her into the educator she is today. Nothing makes her happier then quality time with her family. On her free time she loves to bake, dance and listening to music. Wally can't wait to see what this year brings at PS 889.

Anna Felicia

School Aide
This is Anna's 3rd year working in the DOE as a school Aide. Anna went to the College of Staten Island where she received a Bachelors Degree in Business Management. She worked in retail for many years as a manger and buyer.  She spends her spare time cooking and raising her three children. 

Clairetza Felix

Kindergarten Teacher

Clairetza graduated from St. Francis College with a degree in Childhood Education. She is currently graduate student in the Literacy Specialist program at Teachers College, Columbia University. As a DPI/NGO youth representative at the United Nations, she demonstrate ways that the sustainable goals can be achieved within the education community. Clairetza speaks Creole and she enjoys incorporating culture into Her classroom. Her favorite quote from her favorite book The Alchemist is, “And, when you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.” 











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Danielle Noto

Intervention

Danielle serves as the Academic Interventionist for PS 889. She holds a B.A. in English from St. Francis College and a M.A. in Elementary Education From Brooklyn College. Danielle is dually certified in both general and special education, as well as holds a M.A in Educational Leadership from Brooklyn College.   Throughout her teaching career, she has served on many different committees, has been a teacher mentor, and collaborated with outside organizations to create partnerships in school communities. She is excited to work with the Founding students and their families and looks forward to the year ahead. 
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Michelle Luback

Kindergarten Teacher
Michelle is a graduate of Saint Joseph College where she received her degree in Education. She is currently a student at Brooklyn College where she is taking part in the Masters Program for Early Childhood Special Education. Prior to joining the P.S. 889 family, Michelle was a Universal Pre-K teacher. This is her first year teaching Kindergarten and she is extremely excited for this new chapter of her life. Michelle is quoted saying, "What I love most about being a teacher is learning and growing with my students throughout the year. I am always so thrilled at the end of the year to see how my students progressed academically and developmentally, and I am honored to be apart of that". Michelle has lived in Brooklyn her whole life with her parents and older sister. In her spare time she enjoys bicycling, taking mini trips and most importantly spending time with her family and friends. She loves smiling and making people laugh because she believes that laughter is the best medicine. Words cannot describe how excited Michelle is to begin this new journey at P.S. 889 and she cannot wait to see what lies ahead this year!!

Christine Owen

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Christine is  a third year teacher working in the Pre-K setting. She graduated from Brooklyn College with a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education/Special Education. Due her  wonderful experience at Brooklyn College she returned for her Masters degree in Childhood Education. In Christine's free time she loves traveling, exploring other cultures, and trying different kinds of foods. Her mother is from Brazil and has taught her how to speak, read, and write in Portuguese. Christine's visits to Brazil have helped her to see how lucky she is to be in a place of many opportunities. Becoming a teacher has lead Christine to the greatest opportunity of them all, educating the young minds of tomorrow's future. 

Meghan Prockesch

Kindergarten Teacher
Meghan is thrilled to be teaching kindergarten at P.S. 889. This is Meghan's Fourth year teaching for the New York City Department of Education. She previously taught both fourth grade and second grade in the Bronx. Meghan grew up in eastern Long Island with her mom, dad, and two younger brothers. She attended SUNY Cortland where she earned a Bachelors degree in Childhood Education and a Masters degree in Teaching Students with Disabilities from Long Island University. In her spare time, Meghan enjoys going to the beach, traveling, watching sports, spending time with family and friends, and taking her dog Teddy to the park. Meghan is looking forward to an amazing, fun-filled year at P.S. 889!

Christy Wolfe

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
 
Christy is excited and honored to be one of the founding teachers at P.S. 889. She is eager to combine her experience with her passion for teaching students. Christy has a Master’s degree in Early Childhood General and Special Education. Prior to teaching Kindergarten at a private school, Christy was the Assistant to the Superintendent of Schools for the Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn and Queens. Through her education and experience Christy has gained the knowledge necessary to ensure a successful and memorable learning experience for our future leaders!
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Yana Zak

Diana  Russo

Music
Diana Russo is the music teacher for M.S. 890.  Ms. Russo began her career as the Assistant Director/Choreographer for Visitation Academy’s Drama Club, putting on middle school musical theater productions for over 6 years.  During her time at Visitation, Ms. Russo served as the vocal coach, casting director, choreographer, staging director, assistant set designer and sometimes even as sound/lighting designer.  Ms. Russo is a classically trained singer and rhythm guitarist.  She holds a Bachelor of Music in Education from the Conservatory of Music at Brooklyn College.  During her time at Brooklyn College, Ms. Russo performed in various productions and concerts, including two solo voice recitals where she sang classical and musical theater repertoire in four languages.  Ms. Russo is currently pursuing her M.A. in Music Education at Columbia University’s Teachers College

Christine Kearney

English As A New Language Teacher

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